Chhath Puja 2026 falls on October 15, a four-day festival dedicated to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya (Goddess Usha). Primarily celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, eastern UP, and Nepal, it involves rigorous rituals of fasting, standing in water bodies, and offering arghya to both the setting and rising sun.
Regional Festival
Chhath Puja
छठ पूजा
Friday, October 16, 2026Kartika Masa
Significance
Chhath is believed to be one of the most ancient Hindu festivals, with references in the Rigveda. It is unique in that it worships the setting sun, expressing gratitude for sustaining life and seeking protection from harm.
Rituals & Traditions
- Nahay Khay – holy dip and single sattvic meal (Day 1)
- Kharna – 36-hour waterless fast broken at sunset (Day 2)
- Sandhya Arghya – offerings to the setting sun in water (Day 3)
- Usha Arghya – offerings to the rising sun at dawn (Day 4)
- Preparing thekua, fruits, and sugarcane as offerings
Panchang Details
Tithi
Shukla Shashthi
Masa
Kartika
Paksha
Shukla
Get Daily Vedic Guidance
Plan your Chhath Puja with Mego
Mego computes your daily Panchang, planetary transits, and auspicious timings from your birth chart. Get personalized guidance for every festival and celebration.
Download Mego